Are you an experienced carpenter ready to put your diverse skills to work? We’re looking for a motivated, reliable Skilled Carpenter to join our team! Position Overview: We need a versatile carpenter with experience in: • Framing • Drywall hanging and finishing • Finish carpentry • Painting • Basic electrical and plumbing tasks • General home repair and remodeling Requirements: • Must have your own basic tools • Must have reliable transportation • Ability to work independently and as part of a team • Strong attention to detail and quality craftsmanship • Smoke free environment • Negative Pre -Employment Drug test is required • * Pre – employment background check is required. Pay & Benefits: • Pay: Competitive, based on experience and skill level • Benefits: • Employee-paid Health, Dental, and Vision insurance available • Paid Time Off • Sick leave • 2 paid holidays per year If you’re ready to bring your skills to a company that values quality work and reliability, we’d love to hear from you!
See More Details >>Framing Carpenter 2+ years Experience Builder’s Bloc has opportunities for a Framing Carpenter. This is a union position with a starting salary at union scale. You will earn union-provided insurance after 500 hours of work. The generous insurance package includes medical, prescriptions, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance. Insurance is provided for the entire family at no cost to the employee with low deductibles and low copays. Retirement benefits are also provided through the union. Vacation time is paid in full at the start of the year. The ideal candidate has experience using hand tools and power tools, is physically conditioned for challenging manual labor, prefers working outside, can handle working in all weather conditions, knows how to hustle to get the work done, and can handle direct, constructive feedback. We are looking for construction workers with 4 or more years of experience who can help train less experienced team members. A willingness to work hard, take feedback, learn from others, and show up every day is required! Meeting those requirements will lead to a steady career with job satisfaction. Minimum requirements include: • Ability to work independently in the job and stay on schedule • Ability to carry, lift, or hold building materials weighing 5 to 75 pounds • Ability to climb and work on ladders • Flexibility with work locations and commuting • Demonstrated ability to work outside and take direct feedback in a hardworking environment • Demonstrated consistent attendance and strong performance in previous positions • Personal tools are needed. Larger tools such as saws etc are provided on job • Ability to pass a background check Job duties include: • Carrying and placing lumber, plywood, windows, doors, and tools to prepare for building • Positioning floor joists and trusses • Constructing and raising framed exterior and interior walls • Installing windows and doors • Attaching plywood roofing • Providing training support to less experienced employees • Taking direction from the job foreman to stay on schedule and meet customer expectations Work is based in or around the greater St. Louis metro area plus other locations in Missouri and Illinois. Work locations can vary as projects are completed and new projects begin. Employee’s place of residence is taken into consideration; however, some projects may require a longer commute. The work schedule is Monday to Friday during the day. Work schedules can vary based on weather and project timelines. Flexibility in both schedule and commute is key. Builder’s Bloc is a locally owned, St. Louis based, union company that was founded in 1946. They build residential homes in partnership with McBride and Sons. Their long history and partnership with an industry leader provides long-term, steady employment. Many Builder’s Bloc employees have a 20+ year career with the company because of their dependability, benefits, and consistent growth. What our employees have to say: “Even during a downturn in the economy, the company always kept me working. Never had a lack of work.” “I’ve never had to worry about pay. I’ve never had to worry about work.” “You have to build up endurance. Move the lumber, wrap the Tyvek. The sooner you get that done, the sooner you can move on to the job you like. It is a very rewarding job because you can see what you have done.” “Commercial work is more impersonal. I would rather build a house. It feels like it makes more of a difference for people. There are steady hours and plenty of work.” “Employees here gain value by showing up and doing good work. Establish yourself and you have strong future.” Powered by JazzHR 1pevkHDCL5
See More Details >>The St. Louis County Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking two (2) motivated individuals to join their Carpentry team. These positions are located at the Jefferson Barracks Trades Building 347 CCC Rd, St. Louis, MO 63125. The shift is 1st shift 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Monday – Friday. The typical starting salary range is between $23.10 -$27.72 hourly depending on the candidate's qualifications and experience as well as budgetary considerations. Additionally, we offer a competitive benefits package and a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy. To learn more about these and other County benefits, please visit: Competitive Benefits - St. Louis County Website St. Louis County Government is a qualified agency for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program managed by the Federal Government. For more information regarding this program, please visit: Public Service Loan Forgiveness | Federal Student Aid. Essential Function Examples Perform carpentry work in the construction, maintenance or repair of structures and fixtures. Perform preparation work, taping, painting, wall covering installation and wood finishing of facilities. Provide technical expertise and guidance in the area of construction, maintenance support and repair for buildings and facilities. Perform variety roofing repairs/replacement. Perform concrete forming and pouring. Marginal Function Examples Manage supplies and equipment inventories for a designated work area. Perform other duties as required or assigned. This document defines the job class as a whole and provides examples of work that may typically be performed by the assigned positions. It does not represent any single position. Equivalent to graduation from an accredited technical trade school or completion of an appropriate trades apprenticeship, and four years of experience in building construction, renovation or construction maintenance. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid Drivers License. SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT: A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant's education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available. The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above. The interview will comprise 100% of the applicant's earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. After initial interviews with the selected candidates are conducted, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire. Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire. The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision. All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be covered by the County. HOW TO APPLY: Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/stlouis. We only accept On-line applications. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY: The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615-5429 for more information on this policy. St. Louis County Division of Personnel, 7th Floor Clayton, MO 63105 (314) 615-5429 Relay MO 711 or 800-735-2966 An Equal Opportunity Employer Fax: (314) 615-7703 www.stlouiscountymo.gov
See More Details >>Embarking on a career as a carpenter in St. Louis, MO, typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 352,779 carpenters nationwide, with an average weekly wage of $1,511 in the construction sector. In St. Louis, carpenters can expect to earn an average of $573.63 per week, with experienced professionals potentially earning over $600 per week. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring carpenters find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential and a stable job market, with an estimated 8% growth in carpentry jobs from 2020 to 2030.
